Description
Berrylicious Strawberry Crunch Cheese Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer in every slice. This creamy cheesecake features fresh, juicy strawberries atop a crunchy graham cracker crust, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this easy-to-make treat will impress your guests and become a beloved addition to your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into a greased springform pan to form the crust.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice and agar-agar powder; mix until fully combined.
- Fold in half of the sliced strawberries into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust and top with remaining strawberry slices. Smooth out with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing. Substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for different flavors. For added sweetness, consider using honey or maple syrup instead of granulated sugar.